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Rufus Tyrrell
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Description of Rufus Tyrrell on Enlistment

Age apparently18   years       months
Age physically equivalent to above  
Height 5   feet   3 ½ inches
Weight 1216  lbs
Chest Measurement 34 inches
Complexion Fair
Eyes   Dark Brown
Hair   Brown
Religious denomination   Ch of England
Distinctive Marks   Tattoo 2nd finger & wrist & inside left forearm. Scar left upper arm & mole one inch above left nipple

CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY MEDICAL EXAMINATION (by a Civilian Medical Practitioner)

[Nothing filled in]

CERTIFICATE OF FINAL MEDICAL EXAMINATION (by an Approving Medical Officer)

I have examined the Recruit in accordance with above Certificate, I consider him fit for the Army.
I have completed his Description in ink.

Date 13th August 1885
Place Northampton

Certificate of Primary Military Examination

I hereby certify that the above-named recruit was inspected by me, and I consider him fit for Her Majesty's service, and that I have examined this Attestation and find it properly filled up. I also certify that Pte Eyles  was the bona fide bringer of this Recruit.

Date  14th August 1885
Place Northampton

Certificate of Approving Field Officer

I certify that this Attestation of the above-named recruit is correct, and that the required forms appear to have been complied with. I accordingly approve, and appoint him to The Northamptonshire Regt.
If enlisted by special authority, number and date to be here quoted. para 5 App WGO 153 of 1884

Date 14th August 1885
Place Northampton

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